Dalton Obituaries

Mar 11, 2025

Mr. Keith Andrew "Doodle" Turner, age 56, of LaFayette, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.  He was born August 22, 1968 in Orlando, Florida, a son of the late Ernest Lee and Ruby Beatrice Minor Turner. He was also preceded in death by his brother Billy Turner,...

Mar 7, 2025

Mr. Grover Nelson Hensley, age 75, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life on Friday, March 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born March 5, 1950 in Rose Hill, Virginia, a son of the late Elmer and Edna Dean Hensley. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Walter Hensley, Armer Hensley,...

Mar 5, 2025

Mrs. Frances Marie McPherson, age 81, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born September 13, 1942 in Dalton, Georgia, a daughter of the late Clifford Russell and Delphia Ann Owen. She was also preceded in death by her husband James E. McPherson, daughter Pamela...

Mar 4, 2025

Dixie, the beloved Bulldog, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Chatsworth, GA. Born on June 23, 2006, Dixie lived a fulfilling life of 18 years as a cherished family member. Known for her unwavering loyalty and loving nature, Dixie was especially devoted to her favorite human, Skyla, whom she protected with all her heart. Her presence brought...

Mar 4, 2025

With deep sadness and heavy hearts, we say goodbye to our beloved Nala, who passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 4. Nala was a vibrant, spirited companion who brought joy, laughter, and unconditional love to our lives.From the moment she entered our home, Nala filled it with warmth and happiness. Her playful energy, sweet demeanor, and curious...

Mar 3, 2025

Mr. Arvil Ray Perian, age 86, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Monday, March 3, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born February 12, 1939 in Benton, TN, a son of the Arvil and Evelyn Perian. He was also preceded in death by his wife Christine Hopper Perian, brother William Perian, sister Diane Perian,...

Mar 3, 2025

Mrs. Judy Sue Bryson, age 77, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the local hospital. She was born October 5, 1947 in Dalton, Georgia, a daughter of the late James and Barbara Huffman Hooker. She was also preceded in death by her husband Hubert Bryson, sisters Patricia Hooker, Clara Carver, sister-in-law Fannie Hooker,...

Mar 2, 2025

Mr. Michael Joseph Kost., age 82, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 19, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Lorene Kost, wife Brenda S. Kost, daughter Kathleen M. Burgoyne, brother Tom Kost.

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Feb 28, 2025

Millie Shepherd

Feb 26, 2025

Ms. Christa Kaye Silvers, age 55, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born May 23, 1969 in Dalton, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Charlie and Myrtle Hackney, Jim and Della Swanson, sister Shannon Renae Bennett.

She is survived by her spouse, Linda Faye...

Feb 26, 2025

Mr. James Edward "Eddie" Gowan, age 72, of Chatsworth, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Advent Health Murray. He was born July 25, 1952 in Ringgold, Georgia, a son of the late James Harrison and Betty Jo Bryant Gowan.

He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Skylar Jacquelyn Gowan of the...

Feb 26, 2025

Mr. Samuel "Floyd" Jenkins Sr., age 98, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Gordon Health and Rehab, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 18, 1926, he was the son of the late Sylvester Commodore Jenkins and Iva Ann Silvers Jenkins. Samuel was preceded in death by his wife Lillian May Pratt...

Feb 25, 2025

Mrs. Martha Laraine Thompson, age 77, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday evening, February 25, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center. She was born March 6, 1947 in Dalton, Georgia.

Laraine was preceded in death by her husband Tommy Odell Thompson, both parents, H.W. Day and Martha Lucille Callahan Burns Day, brother William "Bill" Cecil Burns,...

Feb 23, 2025

Mr. James Tyler Smith, age 32, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday morning, February 23, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center. He was born November 21, 1992, in West Plains Missouri. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Roberta Parnell, Joann Smith and daughter Delaine Smith.

He is survived by his parents...

Feb 20, 2025

Mr. John Thomas Erwin Sr., age 68, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday evening, February 20, 2025, at CHI Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 29, 1956 in Elcentro, California a son of the Oscar and Marie Bigham Erwin. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Reverend Ellard and Clara...

Feb 20, 2025

Mr. Robert Ray Lowery, age 81, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 19, 1943 in Dalton, Georgia a son of the late George and Mamie Shelton Lowery. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Frank Lowery, Edith Lowery Garrett, Florance...

Feb 19, 2025

Mrs. Florence Eller Defore Miller, age 77, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Wednesday evening, February 19, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center. She was born March 31, 1947 in Dalton, Georgia a daughter of the late Erwin George and Frances Parker Defore. She was also preceded in death by her brothers George Sonny Defore, Leroy Andrew Defore, father-in-law...

Feb 16, 2025

Mrs. Dolly Mae Newmans, age 87, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at her home surrounded by his loving family. She was born October 22, 1937 in Valdosta, Georgia a daughter of the late Turner and Elizabeth Garrison Rigdon. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Godfrey, brothers Charles Rigdon, Curtis...

Feb 16, 2025

Mr. James "Jimmy" William Hartness Sr., age 83, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life on Sunday evening, February 16, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center. He was born July 31, 1941 in Cleveland, Tennessee, a son of the late Charles Doc and Anita Carr Hartness. He was also preceded in death by his wife Eva Joyce Haynes Hartness, son James...

Feb 15, 2025

Mr. Gene Bishop, age 88, of Dalton, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on September 3, 1936, in Murray County, Georgia, Gene was a man of deep devotion—to his family, his faith, and the memory of his beloved wife, Flora Mae Ralston Bishop, who...